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Sleep is one of our most basic human needs, and we’re constantly learning more about how it impacts human health. We’re also learning more about ways to improve it. 

On today’s mini-episode, Dhru sits down with Shawn Stevenson to talk about the intersections of light exposure, temperature regulation, nutrition, and sleep. 

Shawn Stevenson is the author of the international bestselling book Sleep Smarter and his latest book, Eat Smarter, and the creator of The Model Health Show, one of the top health podcasts in the world! He is the founder of Advanced Integrative Health Alliance, a company that provides wellness services for individuals and organizations worldwide. Shawn has been featured in Forbes, Fast Company, The New York Times, Muscle & Fitness, ESPN, and many other major media outlets. He is also an in-demand keynote speaker for numerous organizations, universities, and conferences. 

In this episode, Dhru and Shawn dive into:

-How artificial light interrupts our circadian rhythm and sleep quality (0:57)

-Sleeping smart vs. sleeping dumb (10:41)

-How morning exercise impacts sleep quality (22:49)

-When and why sun exposure affects sleep (25:27)

-The benefits of taking a magnesium supplement (32:09)

Listen to the full episode here.

For more on Shawn Stevenson, follow him on Instagram @shawnmodel, Facebook @themodelhealthshow, Twitter @shawnmodel, YouTube @shawnstevenson, and through his website, https://www.themodelhealthshow.com.

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